Artists and creatives in Abingdon have a new opportunity for funding, as the Abingdon Arts Commission announces that grant applications are now open. This initiative underlines the commission’s ongoing commitment to nurturing local arts and cultural projects.

A chance discovery in a darkroom has revealed important chapters of distance education history within Australia’s Indigenous communities. Back in 2010, Vivien Johnson and Samantha Disbray were involved in efforts that uncovered materials illuminating the role of Papunya in shaping remote-learning pioneers.

Santa Fe Pro Musica has concluded a decade-long search for new leadership, ushering in Artistic Director Colin Jacobsen and Executive Director Daniel James, formerly of the Santa Fe Opera. This change marks a pivotal moment for the ensemble, promising fresh vision and momentum.